Pacific Eye Associates

What Pacific Eye Associates does

Pacific Eye Associates is a private, physician-owned multi-specialty ophthalmology group founded in 1969 in San Francisco's Pacific Heights neighborhood. The practice employs more than 10 fellowship-trained ophthalmologists across cornea, cataract/refractive, retina, glaucoma, uveitis, and oculoplastics, plus 3 optometrists, supported by a 101-250 employee base. It operates from a single flagship clinic at 2100 Webster Street, Suite 214, with surgical procedures performed at the affiliated Eye Surgery Center of San Francisco, and draws patients from across the San Francisco Bay Area (North Bay, East Bay, South Bay).

The clinical portfolio spans comprehensive eye exams, blade-free LASIK, advanced cataract surgery using the LenSx femtosecond laser with premium intraocular lenses (Light Adjustable Lens, PanOptix multifocal IOLs, ORA intraoperative aberrometry), and specialty care in glaucoma (MIGS, Durysta implants), retina (anti-VEGF, VALEDA red light therapy for dry AMD), cornea, uveitis, neuro-ophthalmology, oculoplastics/cosmetic surgery (BOTOX, fillers, blepharoplasty), and a dedicated dry eye program (LipiFlow, OptiLight IPL). An on-site optical boutique provides designer frames, prescription lenses, and contact lens services. The practice offers same-day urgent eye care for acute presentations.

Revenue is generated through professional fees from consultations and surgical procedures (largely insurance-reimbursed via Medicare and commercial plans, with self-pay for LASIK, premium IOLs, and cosmetic procedures), retail optical sales, and ancillary in-office procedures such as dry eye treatments. Care Credit financing is offered for elective refractive and cataract procedures. Patient acquisition relies on a hybrid of referral relationships with optometrists and PCPs, organic SEO, blog content, social media, online self-assessment tools, and aggregate review-site presence (Yelp, Healthgrades, Google). The practice is led by Dr. Danny Y. Lin as President and remains independent, with no disclosed private equity, venture, or institutional investor ownership.

Name

Pacific Eye Associates

Legal name

Pacific Eye Associates

Website

https://pacificeye.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1969

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Pacific Eye Associates is a private, physician-owned multi-specialty ophthalmology group in San Francisco's Pacific Heights, founded in 1969, offering LASIK, advanced cataract surgery, retina, glaucoma, oculoplastics, dry eye, and optical retail across the Bay Area.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ophthalmology Services

NAICS

Offices of Optometrists (62132), Optical Goods Retailers (45613), Offices of Optometrists (621320)

SIC

Ophthalmic Goods (3851)

akta.pro primary industry

Comprehensive Eye Exams & Vision Care (HLAKAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cornea, External Disease & Refractive Surgery (LASIK/PRK) (HLAKAKAF), Ophthalmology Surgery Centers (HLAFAIAF), Vision & Ophthalmic Diagnostic Centers (Optometry/OCT/Retinal Imaging) (HLAFAKAI), Ocular Imaging & Diagnostic Testing Centers (HLAKAKAN)

Keywords

• Ophthalmology services
• Cataract surgery
• LASIK procedures
• Dry eye treatment
• Oculoplastic surgery

Headquarters

HQ city

San Francisco

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Ophthalmology Consultations and Procedures: Professional fees from comprehensive eye exams, specialty consultations, and medical/surgical procedures performed by ophthalmologists and optometrists. Revenue generated through insurance reimbursements (Medicare, commercial plans) and patient self-pay for premium services not covered by insurance.
2. Surgical Procedures: Revenue from LASIK, cataract surgery, oculoplastic surgery, and other surgical interventions. Premium IOLs (Light Adjustable Lens, PanOptix multifocal) and advanced technologies command higher patient out-of-pocket costs. Financing options available for elective procedures.
3. Optical Boutique: Retail revenue from prescription glasses, designer frames, sunglasses, and contact lenses. On-site optical shop with personalized fittings and specialty lens products.
4. Dry Eye Treatments: Revenue from LipiFlow procedures, OptiLight IPL therapy, and other dry eye treatment protocols. These in-office procedures are often partially covered by insurance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Pacific Eye Associates is a multi-specialty ophthalmology group providing comprehensive eye care services from routine exams to advanced surgical procedures. Core offerings include blade-free LASIK, cataract surgery with premium intraocular lenses, oculoplastic and cosmetic surgery, glaucoma management, retina services, cornea care, uveitis treatment, and dry eye therapies. The practice operates an on-site optical boutique for prescription eyewear and contact lenses.

Product overview

Pacific Eye Associates is a multi-specialty ophthalmology group offering a comprehensive portfolio of eye care services centered on surgical vision correction, disease management, and optical retail. Core surgical offerings include blade-free LASIK and advanced cataract surgery utilizing LenSx femtosecond laser technology with premium lens options including Light Adjustable Lens and PanOptix multifocal IOLs, supported by ORA intraoperative aberrometry for customized refractive outcomes. The practice provides integrated dry eye treatment combining LipiFlow thermal pulsation and OptiLight IPL therapies, along with VALEDA red light therapy for dry AMD. Specialty services span glaucoma (including Durysta implants and MIGS), retina, cornea, uveitis, neuro-ophthalmology, and oculofacial/cosmetic surgery. An on-site optical boutique provides eyewear and contact lens services. The multi-specialty model enables patients to receive comprehensive care from multiple subspecialists in one location without referral to external offices.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• LASIK Surgery Blade-free laser vision correction procedure performed by fellowship-trained cornea specialists using advanced laser technology, designed to reduce dependence on glasses and contact lenses for adults in the San Francisco Bay Area.
• Cataract Surgery Bladeless cataract surgery using the LenSx femtosecond laser platform with premium intraocular lens options including Light Adjustable Lens and PanOptix multifocal IOLs, designed to remove cataracts and provide spectacle independence.
• Glaucoma Management Comprehensive glaucoma care including screening, visual field monitoring, topical medication management, laser procedures, microinvasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) options, and Durysta biodegradable implants for pressure reduction.
• Retina Services Medical and surgical retina care including macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal tears/detachments, and intravitreal anti-VEGF injection therapies delivered by fellowship-trained retina specialists.
• Cornea Services Medical and surgical management of corneal disease, infections, keratoconus, and ocular surface disorders, including corneal transplantation for appropriate candidates.
• Uveitis Management Specialized care for inflammatory eye diseases and infections affecting the uveal tract, managed by subspecialists with expertise in complex systemic and ocular inflammatory conditions.
• Dry Eye Treatment In-office dry eye therapies including LipiFlow thermal pulsation (12-minute procedure for meibomian gland dysfunction) and OptiLight intense pulsed light therapy for inflammatory dry eye and eyelid margin disease.
• VALEDA Red Light Therapy Red light treatment for dry age-related macular degeneration that stimulates retinal cell mitochondria, reduces inflammation, and decreases drusen; the first retina practice in San Francisco to offer this therapy.
• Oculofacial and Plastic Surgery Functional and reconstructive eyelid, orbital, and lacrimal surgery as well as cosmetic facial rejuvenation procedures including blepharoplasty, performed by fellowship-trained oculoplastic surgeons.
• Cosmetic Injectables Cosmetic injectable treatments including BOTOX, RADIESSE, and Restylane for facial rejuvenation and wrinkle reduction, provided by oculoplastic specialists.
• Comprehensive Eye Exams Routine eye examinations and refractions for adults and seniors, ongoing monitoring for chronic eye diseases, and preventive eye care delivered by optometrists and comprehensive ophthalmologists.
• Neuro-Ophthalmology Consultations for visual symptoms related to neurologic or brain-injury conditions, provided by subspecialty-trained ophthalmologists.
• Optical Boutique Full-service optical shop offering designer frames, prescription lenses, sunwear, and personalized fittings along with routine and specialty contact lens services.
• Urgent Eye Care Same-day urgent eye care for acute issues such as red eye, sudden vision changes, flashes/floaters, and minor ocular injuries.

Quantifiable outcome

• Durysta implant lowers eye pressure for approximately 74% of patients for up to 12 months
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• TLC Laser Eye Centers: National LASIK-focused eye care chain offering blade-free laser vision correction. Comparable to Pacific Eye Associates as a direct competitor in LASIK/Refractive surgery within the broader US market.
• LASIKPlus: Multi-location LASIK provider offering blade-free laser vision correction with free consultations. Competes with Pacific Eye Associates for the same elective LASIK patient segment.
• Whitten Laser Eye Institute: Multi-location ophthalmology and LASIK practice emphasizing blade-free laser vision correction and premium cataract surgery. Comparable as a direct competitor offering similar premium refractive and cataract services.

Broad incumbents

• Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center: Multi-specialty ophthalmology group in Arizona offering cataract, LASIK, retina, glaucoma, and oculoplastic services with an optical retail component. Comparable as a larger, multi-specialty independent-style ophthalmology platform.
• Cincinnati Eye Institute: Multi-subspecialty ophthalmology practice with deep fellowship-trained coverage across cornea, retina, glaucoma, oculoplastics, and refractive surgery. Comparable in service mix and multi-specialty depth.
• Wolfe Eye Clinic: Midwest multi-specialty ophthalmology practice with comprehensive subspecialty coverage including cataract, LASIK, retina, glaucoma, and oculoplastics. Comparable multi-specialty model under one roof.
• NVISION Eye Centers: Multi-location refractive and cataract surgery provider with premium IOL offerings. Comparable as a competing premium vision correction platform in the California market.
• UCSF Ophthalmology: Academic ophthalmology department at UCSF providing multi-subspecialty care including uveitis, retina, and cornea services. Comparable as a San Francisco–based broad subspecialty ophthalmology provider.
• Stanford Byers Eye Institute: Stanford academic ophthalmology program delivering comprehensive subspecialty eye care including cornea, retina, glaucoma, and oculoplastics. Comparable as a Bay Area broad incumbent.
• Kaiser Permanente Ophthalmology: Integrated HMO ophthalmology service covering routine and surgical eye care for a large Northern California membership. Comparable as a large Bay Area payer-aligned ophthalmology provider competing for the same patient pool.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/pacificeyeassociates
• Instagraminstagram.com/pacificeyeassociates
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/pacific-eye-associates-a-medical-corporation

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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